Bands are invited to compete in the fourth annual Garage to Glory battle of the bands competition to be held Friday, April 12, at The College of Saint Rose.

Bands must be unsigned local talent, perform original music and be able to compete live at the finals. Also, all band members must be at least 18 years of age.

The winning band receives more than $4,000 in prize value, including a master EP and an in-studio music video.

From the entrants, 10 semi-finalists will be announced on Thursday, March 21. Judges will select four bands and the fifth finalist will be chosen by readers via online voting at http://timesunion.com/garagetoglory At the finals on April 12, each band will perform for 15 minutes in front of a live audience and a panel of judges.

Last year's winning band was the alternative rock band Between the Arctic. Garage to Glory is sponsored by the Times Union and The College of Saint Rose.